plate no. 1163
Morning
Edvard Munch, 1884
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in capturing subtle light and shadow, as well as creating a sense of atmosphere through loose brushwork and color blending. Students will also learn to depict the human figure in a relaxed pose.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
4
study guide
est. 12 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and the main elements of the room.
- step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by applying thin washes of color to the canvas.
- step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, paying attention to proportions and anatomy.
- step 04
Start building up layers of paint, focusing on capturing the light and shadow on the figure and the surrounding objects.
- step 05
Use loose brushstrokes to create texture and movement in the painting.
- step 06
Refine the details of the figure, such as the face, hands, and hair.
- step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
- step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve the desired effect.
color palette
primary · yellow ochre · raw umber · titanium white
secondary · ultramarine blue · burnt sienna
Mix yellow ochre and white for the skin tones, adding small amounts of raw umber for shadows. Use ultramarine blue and white for the cool tones in the background. Mix burnt sienna and raw umber for the darker areas of the dress.
techniques
- ·scumbling
- ·dry brushing
- ·color blending
- ·layering
- ·alla prima
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the painting and losing the loose, expressive brushwork.
- →Failing to capture the subtle light and shadow on the figure.
- →Getting the proportions of the figure wrong.
- →Using colors that are too saturated or intense.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints (yellow ochre, raw umber, titanium white, ultramarine blue, burnt sienna)
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·palette
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
- ·palette knife
- ·rags
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·easel
- ·mahl stick
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Consider using a limited palette to simplify the color mixing process.
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